Warning: client won't pay for completed work

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Hypothetical question

Has anyone dealt with something like this? I'm not sure what my options are.

client won't pay for completed work. I've been dealing with this for about 5 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

The contract was signed 22 months ago. I have a copy of the original agreement. The total amount in dispute is approximately $108,000.

What's the typical outcome in situations like this?

Illustrative response

Have you tried reaching out to your state's labor board? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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Following this thread — Same. 100% same. Please update.

Illustrative response

Have you tried reaching out to your state's attorney general? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.